Milan to Ibiza flight pathLINIBZ

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Flight time1h 50m
Distance608
Heading224° → 219°
Best side
RightMostly right
★ 2.5 left·★ 3.5 right

The right side scores higher due to the dramatic Mediterranean approach and Ibiza's distinctive rocky coastline and hilltop old town during landing, which outweighs Milan's modest Alpine foothills during takeoff. The flight crosses the Apennines and Mediterranean, but the landing scenery is more visually compelling than the departure.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Milan to Ibiza is 608 miles (978 km), a flight of about 1 hour 50 minutes.

Northern Apennines (low mountains visible around 30 minutes into flight), Ligurian coast near Genoa, Gulf of Lion (open Mediterranean), Balearic Sea approach

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from LIN

LEFT

Milan's urban sprawl and the southern Alpine foothills are visible on the left during climb-out from Linate. The right side faces open Padana Plain with minimal terrain drama.

Milan city center and suburbsSouthern Alps to the northPo River valleyTicino River confluence
LIN LinateHub for ITA Airways

Landing at IBZ

RIGHT

The approach to Ibiza from the northeast reveals the Mediterranean coastline, the Balearic Sea, and Ibiza's distinctive rocky northern coast with its harbors and white-washed settlements. The left side shows only open sea and distant Spanish mainland.

Ibiza's northern rocky coastlineDalt VilaMediterranean SeaFormentera island to the south
IBZ IbizaHub for Vueling

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Linate (LIN) to Ibiza (IBZ)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Milan to Ibiza. The right side scores higher due to the dramatic Mediterranean approach and Ibiza's distinctive rocky coastline and hilltop old town during landing, which outweighs Milan's modest Alpine foothills during takeoff. The flight crosses the Apennines and Mediterranean, but the landing scenery is more visually compelling than the departure.

What can I see during takeoff from Linate in Milan?

During takeoff from Linate (LIN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Milan's urban sprawl and the southern Alpine foothills are visible on the left during climb-out from Linate. The right side faces open Padana Plain with minimal terrain drama. Notable sights include: Milan city center and suburbs, Southern Alps (Prealps) to the north, Po River valley, Ticino River confluence.

What can I see when landing at Ibiza in Ibiza?

When landing at Ibiza (IBZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. The approach to Ibiza from the northeast reveals the Mediterranean coastline, the Balearic Sea, and Ibiza's distinctive rocky northern coast with its harbors and white-washed settlements. The left side shows only open sea and distant Spanish mainland. Notable sights include: Ibiza's northern rocky coastline, Dalt Vila (old town on hilltop), Mediterranean Sea, Formentera island to the south.

How long is the flight from Milan to Ibiza?

The flight from Linate (LIN) to Ibiza (IBZ) takes about 1 hour 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 608 miles (978 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Milan to Ibiza flight path pass over?

Northern Apennines (low mountains visible around 30 minutes into flight), Ligurian coast near Genoa, Gulf of Lion (open Mediterranean), Balearic Sea approach